Monthly Archives: January 2018

On Saturday 13th January 2018, Subhub was successfully moved out of the fabrication shed where Cimpina built the main hull. Their support throughout build and integration stages has been nothing short of exemplary.

The move was completed by Mar Train Heavy Lift Limited who managed the job with the utmost professionalism. The move involved removing part of the front of the fabrication shed, a process that Cimpina have managed themselves and with the help of local contractors.

QED Naval have completed the initial outfit and furnishing of all the internal ballast systems made up of UK based supply chain companies for all the hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and control systems. The project has employed over 200 people and contractors which demonstrates the wealth that can be injected into the UK economy if tidal energy was better supported by the UK government.

The lay down area within the Titanic Quarter is ideal for completing the final stages of commissioning including the fitting of the X-beam that supports three tidal turbines. This variant of the Subhub has been designed for Schottel SIT 250 turbines each rated at 70kW. Broadly speaking, this equates to generating sufficient power to support around 60 homes.

Full systems testing can be carried out from this location which is an ideal location to base QED Naval’s operations. It allows QED to build confidence and train staff in the installation and recovery procedures.

Customers are invited to see the Subhub for themselves. Please contact Jeremy Smith on +44 (0) 131 557 8049 if you wish to arrange a visit.

Subhub exiting from the fabrication shed. A tight squeeze.Subhub on the road to her new lay down area.Mar Train maneuvering Subhub around a tight bend in the Port of Belfast.Subhub simulation test setup with the ballast control and equipment containers close by along with the modular solid ballast blocks. Note the 2t Operations Model alongside the ballast blocks.